Spotted Bee Balm, Bergamot. An aromatic clump-forming perennial with yellow or pink flowers, usually spotted with purple. Max Height 1m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Monarda punctata
An aromatic clump-forming perennial with yellow or pink flowers, usually spotted with purple.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Monarda |
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Species | punctata |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Spotted Bee Balm, Bergamot |
Flower Colour | yellow, pink |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 1m |
Family | Labiatae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | July, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | Protect from winter wet |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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